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Solar Eclipse 2024 at Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago

April 08 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

Photo credit: Museum of Science and Industry

Location

Museum of Science and Industry

5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive

Chicago, IL 60637

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Description

Join the Museum of Science and Industry to check out the eclipse up close with telescopic viewing, watch a NASA livestream and enjoy hands-on activities.

Event cost: Free w/museum admission

Event time: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. April 8, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.msichicago.org/explore/whats-here/events/solar-eclipse-2024

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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